Guest post from the talented interior designer Penelope Sloan.
What is it about hand made items? They always seem to catch my eye in a way mass produced items don’t. They emit a certain charm, perhaps due to their unique … Continue reading →

Recently, I wrote a post on investing in new furniture from the eyes of a consumer. I have a few ideas on what furniture with good bones should look like and thought I’d share. Here is the continuation of that … Continue reading →

The East Side Culture Crawl is an anticipated annual 4-day art and craft viewing adventure. Over 300 East Vancouver artists, designers, and artisans slide open their doors and grant viewers the full monty! Art and design lovers are exposed to … Continue reading →

I met with a friend the other day and we started discussing poorly crafted furniture. She is an upholstery artist and often has clients bring chairs to her shop to change the fabric. Her current project is a brand … Continue reading →

Hans J. Wegner 1914 – 2007
Hans Wegner’s indelible influence in defining the aesthetic and craftsmanship of Danish design is currently being celebrated at the Danish Design Museum in Copenhagen. The exhibition, Just One Good Chair, which ends December … Continue reading →

I have been fortunate to travel to many places. I’ve lived in Europe, North America and Asia and have always enjoyed exploring cultures different than what I’m familiar with. Recently, I had the opportunity to travel to Copenhagen. I learned … Continue reading →

I am mere hours from arriving back in Vancouver after a week in the “Holy Land,” Copenhagen. As a furniture maker and designer, Denmark is a place I have long admired and is a mainspring for my inspiration and innovation. … Continue reading →

What is truly spectacular about quality wood furniture is how the tones of the wood shift with each passing year. What can prevent enjoying this beautiful and natural evolution is the drying out of wood. As mentioned in previous posts … Continue reading →

Not so long ago, wax was the go-to finish for furniture. As technology developed, so did our options for wood finishes. As more modern finishes became available, wax was replaced due to the limited protection it can offer wood. Today, … Continue reading →